Omega 3 Fish Oil for Better Health
October 4, 2007
Research proves omega 3 fish oil is truly amazing. It’s been called the “Miracle health discovery of the 21st century.”
And, no matter who you are, fish oil offers you healthy results.
These include better brain development, higher intelligence, a healthier heart, less depression, fewer headaches, freedom from joint pain and protection against heart disease, prostate and breast cancer, diabetes and many, many more omega 3 benefits. Read more
Fish Oil Is Beneficial For Mental Health
July 21, 2007
Omega 3 essential fatty acids are found in fish oil. These fatty acids contribute to your overall mental health because our brain is 60% fat if you exclude the water content. Not getting enough Omega 3 essential fatty acids can result in suffering from depression, Attention Deficient Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Bipolar Disorder.
A very informative article regarding Omega 3 essential fatty acids is called “Dietary Fatty Acids Essential for Mental Health” which was published in the Psychiatric Times (http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/article/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=185301274). The article discusses that research has shown reduced amounts of Omega 3 fatty acid in the diets of most people in the United States has lead to the increased number of people diagnosed with depression. In addition a lack of Omega 3 essential fatty acids can lead to Schizophrenia, chronic consumption of alcohol, Multiple Sclerosis, and postpartum depression. There is also information suggesting it can be linked to coronary artery disease. Read more
Bipolar Disorder Alternative Treatments
February 15, 2007
Bipolar disorder is considered as a major disorder that can greatly affect an individual and his family. The standard diagnosis is a person who extreme elations that alternates with deep depression, though the degree to which the elation and depression extend varies from patient to patient.
Bipolar disorder used to be called manic depression. Generally, it is characterized by depressive episodes, accompanied by a manic episode in a reasonably short time frame, with this series of mood swings repeating in a regular, somewhat predictable fashion.
Meditations Effects On Bipolar Depression
February 6, 2007
Meditation is a well-known alternative therapy that is used by many people throughout the world for its calming and balancing effects, not to mention promoting a feeling of well being, and self-awareness. However, what many people don’t know is that meditation is also a very effective and a natural approach to treating bipolar depression symptoms in sufferers of the disorder.
For those who are suffering from bipolar disorder, and want a natural remedy, or a complimentary therapy to help lower their dependency, or dosage of medications, meditation can be very effective, and costs next to nothing to participate in. To get the best effect from meditation, bipolar sufferers must create a regular daily routine, and stay committed to it, in order to get to the root of what has caused the depression symptoms in the first place. Meditation does not produce instantaneous results, but will produce noticeable results in sufferers if used daily over a reasonable period of time.
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Natural Cures for Depression
July 29, 2006
Natural Cures for Depression - Do They Exist or Not?
Most people suffering from bouts of depression, anxiety and general mood disorders that greatly affect their quality of life don’t even know that they have non-prescription options to treat their depression effectively.
Instead, most people will either “bite the bullet” through the rough times, or they will seek the advice of a professional such as a psychiatrist or psychologist, and perhaps go through counseling, or be put on a prescription antidepressant such as Zoloft or Prozac. Did you know that antidepressants are currently the third leading classification of prescription drugs by overall revenue and profitability?
This tells us one thing for sure. Depression is very widespread, very common, and perhaps even overprescribed, some critics might say. Read more
Is There A Connection Between Diet And Bipolar Disorder?
June 12, 2006
There has recently been a lot of speculation about the
relationship between what we eat, and mood disorders like ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. The main focus of this speculation is on the Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids.
It seems that everyone is jumping on the Omega-3 Band Wagon, including many in the medical field. It is a fact that the human brain requires Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids to function properly. Around 20% of all the fat in our brain is made from the Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids. Does this fact alone present any evidence that Omega-3 Fatty Acids can help with disorders like ADHD or Bipolar Disorder? Read more
Discount Fish Oil - The Facts
June 11, 2006
Question: What are fish oil’s benefits?
Answer: Leading authorities on the subject of nutrition are now emphasizing the benefits of including fish oil in your diet. It is generally considered to be one of the most often sought-after remedies when it comes to improving physical performance, treating obesity, and improving mental focus. Clearly, the benefits of this oil can be astounding to your health. Wide-ranged benefits that include helping your body both physically and mentally make discount fish oil a substance that can greatly affect your life for the positive in a multitude of ways. Read more
10 Happy Foods: Fight Depression & Fatigue Naturally!
June 9, 2006
Diet can have a profound effect on physical and mental health, and certain foods have been shown to combat depression and even mental illness. Good nutrition also eases stress and improves sleeping patterns. First, check with your doctor, then try the “depression fighting” diet for a month, and see if it improves your mood! Read more
Fat Food for Bad Mood(Omega-3 and Depression)
June 9, 2006
Depression is a multifactorial illness whose etiology is influenced by a pattern of familial inheritance, environmental, and nutritional factors or from a combination of all.
Symptoms of depression include: Constant sadness, lack of motivation, constant irritation, lack of concentration and interest, feelings of isolation, hopelessness, feeling worthless or guilty for no reason, thoughts of ending yourself, fatigue, low energy, sleeplessness, weight change. Read more
Bipolar Disorder 101 - What You Absolutely Need To Know
June 8, 2006
Introduction
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is quite prevalent in USA and the numbers are on a rise with the stressors of life on a rise.
What is bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness in whish one faces unpredictable mood swings ranging from depressive symptoms to manic symptoms. It is not necessary that a person has depression to be labeled as bipolar disorder, episodes of mania are sufficient. The most frequent age of onset is between 20 and 30 years but the variations are still present.
What are different types?
There are basically two different types of bipolar disorder type I or type II based on the amount of depressive and manic episodes. For characterizing a person as full-blown mania one should have the symptoms of mania for one week and of depression for two weeks. Read more
